Moments of the day
Word of the day
The word-of-the-day routine is a simple way to build vocabulary and spark curiosity in students of all ages. Taking a moment for a daily word helps students connect language to real life and encourages them to notice and use new words.
Projecting a dedicated word-of-the-day screen gives your class a clear focus. It helps you introduce the word, display its meaning and example sentences, and invite students to interact—whether they’re in kindergarten or high school.
Templates for Word of the day
Pre-K (ages 3–5)
Word of the day for Pre-K (ages 3–5)
A ready-to-use word-of-the-day screen for Pre-K with drawing, checklist, and name picker.
Kindergarten to 2nd grade
Word of the day for kindergarten–2nd grade
A ready-to-use word of the day screen for K–2 with drawing, checklist, and name picker widgets.
Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11)
Word of the day for grades 3–5
A ready-to-use word-of-the-day screen for grades 3–5 with interactive tools.
Grades 6-8 (ages 11–14)
Word of the day for grades 6–8
A ready-to-use word-of-the-day screen for grades 6–8 with interactive tools.
Grades 9–12 (ages 14–18)
Word of the day for high school (grades 9–12)
A daily word activity for grades 9–12 with a word cloud, checklist, and name picker.
Why teachers like it
- Encourages students to notice and use new vocabulary.
- Fits easily into any part of the school day.
- Works for all ages with ready-made, adaptable templates.
How to set it up
- 1Sign in to Edform and choose a word-of-the-day screen template for your grade.
- 2Edit the screen to add today’s word, definition, and an example sentence.
- 3Add interactive elements like a discussion prompt, drawing space, or poll if you wish.
- 4Project the screen at the start of class or during your chosen time.
- 5Invite students to read, discuss, and use the word in conversation or writing.
Tips
- Rotate responsibilities by letting students pick or present the word some days.
- Add a simple drawing or photo to help visual learners remember the word.
- Make connections to current lessons or classroom events for relevance.
- Encourage students to use the word in a sentence before the day ends.
Questions teachers ask
What kind of words should I choose for each age group?
For younger students, pick simple, concrete words with visuals. For older grades, try academic vocabulary, idioms, or words from current lessons.
How long does a word-of-the-day activity take?
You can spend just a few minutes or expand it into a longer discussion or writing activity, depending on your schedule.
Can I reuse screens or save favorite words?
Yes, you can copy, edit, and save your favorite word-of-the-day screens to use again later.
Are templates available in different languages?
Edform supports 32 languages, so you can run word-of-the-day activities in English or other classroom languages.